SHAH ALAM, Nov 11 — RM5 million has been allocated to establish Yayasan Insan Istimewa Selangor (YaNIS) and implement the primary programme for people with disabilities (OKU) next year
Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said YaNIS’ establishment under Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated), or MBI, aligns with the First Selangor Plan’s (RS-1) second goal.
The objective is to enhance social inclusion and community well-being, specifically focusing on targeted groups.
“To enhance services for individuals with disabilities, the state government recognises the importance of broadening the scope of the Selangor Special Needs Children (AnIS) initiative, which has been the primary implementer.
“Its initiative includes the AnIS’ special assistance, Didik AnIS, the AnIS Academy, the AnIS early intervention centre, and the AnIS preschool programme,” he said during the tabling of the 2024 Selangor Budget yesterday.
YaNIS will also expand its services to the disabled, regardless of the age limit, as opposed to its previous focus on those under 18 only.
“Focus is also given to education, training, and empowerment programmes, equipping individuals with the skills needed for independence, and enhanced job opportunities,” Amirudin said.
Meanwhile, a RM250,000 allocation has been set aside to develop the action plan for OKU for 2024 – 2026, aimed at enhancing the development programme for the impacted groups.
“The disabled community holds a special place in the heart of the state government, and numerous initiatives are consistently implemented to address the specific needs of this group,” he said.
Selangor became the first state to establish the Disability Action Council (MTOS), which serves the crucial role of implementing diverse programs and initiatives dedicated to the well-being and welfare of the disabled community, ensuring their protection and support.
